Punch and Judy
Marillion
Become A Better Singer In Only 30 Days, With Easy Video Lessons!
Washing machine, pinstripe dream Stripped the gloss from a beauty queen Found our nest, in the Daily Express Met the vicar in a holy vest Brought up the children Church of E Now I vegetate with a colour TV Worst ever thing that ever happened to me Oh, for D.I.V.O.R.C.E., oh Judy Whatever happened to pillow fights Whatever happened to jeans so tight, Friday nights Whatever happened to lover's lane Whatever happened to passion games Sunday walks in the pouring rain Curling tongs, mogadons "I got a headache baby, don't take so long" Single beds, middle age dread Losing the war in the Waistlands spread Who left the cap of the toothpaste tube Who forgot to flush the loo Leave your sweaty socks outside the door Don't walk across my polished floor, oh Judy Whatever happened to morning smiles Whatever happened to wicked wiles, permissive styles Whatever happened to twinkling eyes, hard fast drives Complements on unnatural size Propping up a bar, family car Sweating out a mortgage as a balding clerk World war three, suburbanshee Just slip her these pills and I'll be free No more Judy, Judy, Judy no more Goodbye Judy
Watch: New Singing Lesson Videos Can Make Anyone A Great Singer
Written by: DEREK WILLIAM DICK, MARK KELLY, JONATHAN MOVER, STEVE ROTHERY, PETE TREWAVAS
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
15 facts about this song
Release Information"Punch and Judy" was released by British rock band Marillion in 1984.
|
AlbumThe song is from Marillion's second studio album "Fugazi".
|
Chart Performance"Punch and Judy" reached number 29 on the UK Singles Chart.
|
Music GenreMarillion is identified as a progressive rock band. This genre is a reflection of their complex musical arrangements and poetic lyrics.
|
Song LyricsThe lyrics were written by Marillion's lead singer Derek William Dick, better known by his stage name, 'Fish'.
|
Song ThemeThe song explores the theme of a failing relationship using the metaphor of a Punch and Judy puppet show.
|
Music VideoA music video was created for the song, featuring the band performing in a Punch and Judy booth.
|
ReceptionWhile it was not the band’s biggest hit, "Punch and Judy" remains a fan favorite because of its clever lyrics and catchy tune.
|
Live PerformancesMarillion often includes "Punch and Judy" in their live set-lists due to its popularity among fans.
|
ArtworkThe album art for "Fugazi" features a distorted version of the traditional Punch and Judy puppet characters.
|
Band Members during that TimeDuring the release of "Punch and Judy", Marillion consisted of lead vocalist Fish, guitarist Steve Rothery, keyboardist Mark Kelly, bassist Pete Trewavas, and drummer Mick Pointer.
|
Success for MarillionReleased in the early part of their career, songs like "Punch and Judy" helped establish Marillion as a leading band in the new wave of British progressive rock.
|
Cover VersionsSeveral Marillion tribute bands and artists have covered "Punch and Judy", testifying to its enduring popularity.
|
Fish’s DepartureAfter leaving Marillion in 1988, Fish continued to perform "Punch and Judy" as a solo artist.
|
LegacyToday, "Punch and Judy" is considered a classic in Marillion's music catalogue.
|
Citation
Use the citation below to add these lyrics to your bibliography:
Style:MLAChicagoAPA
"Punch and Judy Lyrics." Lyrics.com. STANDS4 LLC, 2024. Web. 11 May 2024. <https://www.lyrics.com/lyric/4218289/Marillion/Punch+and+Judy>.
Discuss the Punch and Judy Lyrics with the community:
Report Comment
We're doing our best to make sure our content is useful, accurate and safe.
If by any chance you spot an inappropriate comment while navigating through our website please use this form to let us know, and we'll take care of it shortly.
Attachment
You need to be logged in to favorite.
Log In